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There seems to be a ton of buzz about the tuned up custom rods. I would assume that those have very high QC, components, and actions on each rod but they are a little rich for my blood.

I have come to a conclusion that these "Meatstick, Power Noodle, Precision Noodle" rods have their actions done just right so that you don't need to use a spring bobber. 13's UL rods are pretty similar in terms of having that similar action too.As well as these fancy 30+ dollar rods, I've found that the now out of fashion fibreglass rods with extra soft actions work 99% just as well. These ones go for significantly cheaper, so pick a budget and go get yourself one of these rods!

I was having some trouble with my line tangling on my spring bobber and snapping so I started researching different rods. I happened upon this thread and saw a few people mention the ice blue rods. I ordered an HT ice blue pro 26 inch UL. I have only fished with around 5 or 6 different ice rods but I have to say that this is by far my favorite. I can detect the lightest of bites and it has great backbone and sets the hook really well. I have been using it for over a month and it has been very durable. The only negative thing I could say about it is that it has very small guides. If it is cold and windy they freeze up in a hurry. If it is really cold outside I fish inside my groundblind with the buddy heater anyways so it doesn't bother me. I really can't say enough about this rod and for 9 bucks it can't be beat.

interesting. I need to give the jigging raps another chance. Seems like I've used them a few times with no luck so kind of gave up on them. A LOT of guys say they are their go to lure so I will keep trying.

interesting. I need to give the jigging raps another chance. Seems like I've used them a few times with no luck so kind of gave up on them. A LOT of guys say they are their go to lure so I will keep trying.

They are an art you will not master in a day, the trick is to keep them moving and constantly bounce them crappie will engulf the entire rap. When I'm on big fish I'm no afraid to throw 5#s down on a walleye rod also no bait.

So I ordered a couple 13 fishing white outs in ul in preparation of my next trip to the lower 48 crappie fishing. Anybody using this rod for these fish? What's your opinion/thoughts? Should I look into spring bobbers?

So I ordered a couple 13 fishing white outs in ul in preparation of my next trip to the lower 48 crappie fishing. Anybody using this rod for these fish? What's your opinion/thoughts? Should I look into spring bobbers?

I bet you're going to love those rods. The tip is sensitive enough to not require a spring bobber. I broke the last two inches of mine, but it still works very well now that it's been "customized." :-( I'll buy another one.